Description
Neiman Marcus Chicken Casserole is a rich and comforting classic inspired by the iconic Neiman Marcus café. This creamy dish combines tender shredded chicken, sour cream, cheddar cheese, bacon, and almonds, all topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust.
Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, and make-ahead meals, this casserole delivers indulgent flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- Cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie recommended)
- Cream of chicken soup
- Sour cream
- Garlic powder
- Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Green onions, sliced
- Sliced almonds
- Cooked bacon, crumbled
- Ritz crackers, crushed
- Butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 13×9-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix chicken, soup, sour cream, garlic powder, cheese, green onions, almonds, and bacon.
- Spread mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Combine crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter.
- Sprinkle cracker topping evenly over the casserole.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with extra green onions or bacon before serving.
Notes
For best results, use freshly shredded cheese and avoid overbaking to keep the casserole creamy. This dish can be assembled ahead of time and baked when needed.